Tale, story (dim.) (TJH). See ngano: story, a tale, narrative, fable (FJ). Nitakusimulia kigano cha busu na kumbato, I will tell you a tale of a kiss and embrace (M&K-WJLL4).

kiitikio/vi-

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Refrain (poetry), reply (TJH). See itikio/ma- a reply to, refrain, chorus, an acceptance, consent; also –ita and -itika (FJ). Nitaweka kiitikio cha wimbo mwororo, I will set (in verse) a refrain of a tender song (M&K-WJLL4).

kumbato

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Embrace, caress; not in this form in FJ (TJH). See –kumbatia clasp in the arms, embrace (FJ). Hebu tujitayarishe kwa letu kumbato, Please let us ready ourselves for our embrace (M&K-WJLL1)

Prosperity, thriving situation, fruition (TJH). Flourishing condition, healthy development, full activity, success (FJ). See –sitawi be in good condition, reach full development, flourish, succeed, go off well, be in full swing, be at the height, e.g. of healthy plants, of social functions, dances (ngoma), a feast (karamu), a wedding (arusi), or of trade (biashara) (FJ). Usitawi wa maisha yetu, The fruition of our life (M&K-WJLL4).